Birla Science Centre Pilani

Science, Technology, and Industrial Museum Non-Government

Place	Pilani
State	Rajasthan
Virtual Museum	No
Year of Establishment	1954
Museum Type	Science, Technology, and Industrial Museum
National Importance Museum	Yes (India's first t
Address	Vidya Vihar, Pilani, Rajasthan 333031
Visiting Time	09:15 AM to 12:45 PM & 03:00 PM to 05:00 PM (Closed on Mondays and notified holidays)
Entry Fee	Indians: ₹20 Students (in groups): ₹10

Museum Introduction

Established in 1954 by the Birla family, it was envisioned to bridge the gap between theoretical science and practical application. It is situated in the Vidya Vihar campus of BITS Pilani. The museum is unique for being one of the few large-scale science museums in India funded and managed entirely by a private trust.

General Collections

The museum houses a wide array of working models, illustrative charts, and dioramas across several specialized galleries: Human Biology, Electronics, Mining, Space, and Arms & Weapons. It effectively traces the evolution of Indian industry and scientific thought.

Unique Historical Collections

First Micro-processing Robot: The Electronics Gallery proudly houses the first-ever robot in India based on micro-processing technology. The museum also features a Musical Fountain controlled by a keyboard and a realistic Mining Gallery that simulates underground mineral extraction.

Additional Information

Archaeological Survey of India	No
Notes	The museum building is an architectural marvel within the campus. It is often visited alongside the famous Saraswati Temple (Sharda Peeth), which is a white marble replica of the Kandariya Mahadeva Temple.
Artifacts	Working models of steam engines; Early electronic gadgets; Life-size dioramas of primitive man; Satellite and rocket models; Ancient Indian weaponry; Centrifugal force demonstrations; Interactive energy models.
Highly Descriptive	Yes
Contact Details	+91 1596-242158 +91 80940 16527 (Director)
Email ID	directorbsm@bet.org.in